MTD 130-400A User manual

ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
PARTS LIST
IMPORTANT:
Read Safety Rules
and Instructions
MODEL NUMBERS
130-400A
130-400-300
26 "
RIDING
MOWERS
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 770-0103

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LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of original retail purchase, MTD PRODUCTS INC will either
repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm,
any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Transportation charges
for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser
unless such return is requested by MTD PRODUCTS INC.
This warranty will not apply to any part which has become inoperative due to misuse,
excessive use, accident, neglect, improper maintenance, alterations, or unless the unit
has been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. This
warranty does not apply to the engine, motor, battery, battery charger or component parts
thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer’s warranty on these items.
This warranty will not apply where the unit has been used commercially.
Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor. If
you do not know the dealer or distributor in your area, please write to the Customer Service
Department of MTD.
The return of a complete unit will not be accepted by the factory unless prior written
permission has been extended by MTD.
This warrany gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
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I WARNING ^
TO PURCHASERS
OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE EQUIPPED
MACHINERY OR DEVICES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
The equipment which you have just purchased does not have a spark arrester. If this equipment is used on
any forest covered land, brush covered land, or grass covered unimproved land in the State of California,
before using on such land, the California law requires that a spark arrester be provided. In addition, spark
arrester is required by law to be in effective working order. The spark arrester must be attached to the
exhaust system and comply with Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code.
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■ ^IMPORTANT
It is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts.
This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see operating section of this manual for
proper fuel and amount.
This unit is a precision piece of power equipment, not a plaything. Therefore exercise extreme caution at
all times.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDING VEHICLES
1. Know the controls and how to stop quickly—
READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL.
2. Do not allow children to operate vehicle. Do
not allow adults to operate it without proper
instruction. Only persons well acquainted
with these rules of safe operation should be
allowed to use your mower.
3. Do not carry passengers
4. Keep the area of operation clear of all per¬
sons, particularly small children and pets.
Stop engine when they are in the vicinity of
your mower. Although the area of operation
should be completely cleared of foreign ob¬
jects, a small object may have been over¬
looked and could be accidently thrown by the
mower in any direction.
5. Clear work area of objects which might be
picked up and thrown by the mower in any
direction.
6. Disengage all attachment clutches and shift
into neutral before attempting to start engine.
7. Disengage power to attachment(s) and stop
engine before leaving operating position.
8. Disengage power to attachment(s) and stop
engine before making any repairs or ad¬
justments. Disconnect the spark plug wire
and keep the wire away from the plug to pre¬
vent accidental starting.
9. Before attempting to unclog the mower or
discharge chute, stop the engine and be sure
the blade(s) have stopped completely. Discon¬
nect the spark plug wire and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental start¬
ing.
10. Disengage power to attachment(s) when
transporting or not in use.
11. Take all possible precautions when leaving
vehicle unattended such as disengaging
power-take-off, lowering attachments, shift¬
ing into neutral, setting parking brake, stop¬
ping engine and removing key.
12. Do not stop or start suddenly when going
uphill or downhill. Mow up and down face of
steep slopes; never across the face.
13. Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to
prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise ex¬
treme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
14. Stay alert for holes in terrain and other hidden
hazards.
15. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy
equipment.
A. Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
B. Limit loads to those you can safely control.
C. Do not turn sharply. Use care when back- g
ing.
D. U se counterweight(s) or wheel weights
when suggested in owner’s manual.
16. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near
roadways.
17. When using any attachments, neverdirect dis¬
charge of material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near vehicle while in operation.
18. Handle gasoline with care. It is highly flam¬
mable.
A. Use approved gasoline container.
B. Never remove cap or add gasoline to a run¬
ning or hot engine or fill fuel tank indoors.
Wipe up spilled gasoline.
C. Open doors if engine is run in garage. Ex¬
haust fumes are dangerous. Do not run
engine indoors.
19. Keep the vehicle and attachments in good
operating condition, and keep safety devices
in place. Use guards as instructed in owner’s
manual.
20. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working condi¬
tion.
21. Never store the equipment with gasoline in
the tank inside a building where fumes may
reach an open flame or spark. Allow engine to
cool before storing in any enclosure.
22. To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of
grass, leaves or excessive grease.
23. The vehicle and attachments should be stop¬
ped and inspected for damage after striking a
foreign object. The damage should be
repaired before restarting and operating the
equipment.
24. Do not change the engine governor settings
or overspeed the sngine.
25. When using the vehicle with mower, proceed
as follows:
(1) Mow only in daylight or in good artificial
light.
(2) Never make a cutting height adjustment
while engine is running if operator must
dismount to do so.
(3) Shut the engine off and wait until the
blade comes to a complete stop before
removing the grass catcher.
(4) Check blade mounting bolts for proper
tightness at frequent intervals.
26. Check grass catcher bags frequently for wear
or deterioration. For safety protection, replace
only with new bag meeting original equipment
specifications.
27. Look behind to make sure the area is clear
before placing the transmission in reverse
and backing up.

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INDEX
Limited Warranty. 2
Safe Operation Practices.3
Assembly Instructions.5
Controls. ^
Operating Instructions.9
Maintenance and Adjustments.10
Beit Removal.12
Lubrication. 1 4
Storage.14
Trouble Shooting Chart.15
Electrical Diagram.16
Exploded View of Transmission..17
Repair Parts for Mower. 1 8 -23
Exploded View of Differential.24
Parts Information.Back Cover
GRASS CATCHER Model No. 190-015A is avail¬
able as optional equipment for the mowers shown
in this manual.
I WARNING {
The mower should not be operated
without the entire grass catcher or
chute deflector in place.
Under normal usage bag material is
subject to wear, and should be
checked periodically. Be sure any
replacement bag complies with the
mower manufacturer’s recommen¬
dations.
For replacement bags, use only fac¬
tory authorized replacement bag
No. 764-0121.
IMPORTANT
After striking a foreign object, stop
the engine. Remove wire from spark
plug, thoroughly inspect the mower
for any damage, and repair the dam¬
age before restarting and operating
the mower.
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steering Wheel
Cover
Steering Wheel Cap
'Hex Nut
'Belleville Washer
Steering Tube
Assembly
Hex Screw
Hex Nut
Steering Shaft Assembly
Speed Nut
Flat Washer
Upper Hex Bearing
Lower Hex Bearing
FIGURE 1. STEERING ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS
Reference to right-hand or left-hand
side of machine is from the driver’s
seat facing forward.
STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY (See figures 1, 2
and 3)
NOTE
Due to vibration during shipment, it
is possible that the steering shaft
on your unit may have dropped to a
position where alignment of parts is
difficult. This must be kept in mind
during the assembly operation.
1. C heck the upper and lower hex bearings. Be
sure they are seated and in position. See
figure 1.
2. P lace your hand under the front of the unit.
Push up on the steering shaft assembly.
3. Hold up the shaft assembly. Place the steer¬
ing tube assembly on the shaft and start the
_ hex screw through the hole. See figure 2.
4. Fasten the tubihg assembly to the steering
shaft assembly with hex screw and hex nut
provided.
FIGURE 2. STEERING TUBE ASSEMBLY
5. Place two speed nuts on support bracket as
shown in figure 3.
6. Place the cover over the steering tube assem¬
bly. Line up holes in cover with speed nuts.
See figure 3.
FIGURE 3.
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7. Secure cover to support bracket with two
truss machine screws provided. See figure 4.
FIGURE 4.
Belleyllle
FIGURE 5. STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY
8. Piace the steering wheel on the tubing
assembly and fasten with belleville washer
and hex nut. See figure 5.
_ 9. Again, it may be necessary to raise the steer¬
ing shaft assembly in order to put the hex nut
on.
10. Place the steering wheel cap on by hand. See
figure 5.
SEAT ASSEMBLY
To secure seat to cover assembly, line up the four
holes in bottom of seat with four corresponding
holes in cover. Then insert four hex screws V4-20 x
V 2 ' ' long up through holes, tightening with an ad¬
justable wrench.

TIRE PRESSURE
FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE TIRES ON YOUR
UNIT MAY BE OVER-INFLATED. TIRE PRESSURE
SHOULD BE REDUCED BEFORE UNIT IS PUT IN¬
TO OPERATION. PRESSURE SHOULD BE AP¬
PROXIMATELY 15 P.S.I. EQUAL TIRE PRESSURE
SHOULD BE MAINTAINED ON ALL TIRES. MAX¬
IMUM TIRE PRESSURE IS 30 P.S.I.
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CAUTION
Installation of tire to rim:
1. Lubricate tire beads and rim
flanges.
2. Do not exceed 30 P.S.I. when
seating beads.
3. Adjust to recommended pres¬
sure after beads are sealed.
FIGURE 6. CONTROLS
CONTROLS (See figures 6 and 9)
This manual should be read in its entirety before
you operate your riding mower. The more you
know and understand about the machine and its
operation, the better job it will do for you. While
reading the manual, compare the illustrations with
your mower to familiarize yourself with the loca¬
tions of various controls, lubrication points, at¬
tachments and adjustment features.
Study the operating instructions and safety
precautions thoroughly to insure proper function¬
ing of your mower and to prevent injury to yourself
and others. Be sure to save this manual for future
reference.
THROTTLE CONTROL
The throttle control is used to regulate the engine
speed and to activate the choke on the engine. To
get the maximum efficiency on cutting, the throt¬
tle should be in the “FAST” position when operat¬
ing the mower. Pushing the throttle all the way for¬
ward, past “FAST”, will choke the engine.
IGNITION KEY
Recoil Model. The key must be turned to the “ON”
position before the recoil handle is pulled to start
the engine. Turn the key to the left (to the “OFF”
position) to stop the engine. Remove the key when
the mower is not in use.
LIFT AND DISENGAGEMENT LEVER
The lift and disengagement lever is used to raise
and lower the cutting deck, set the cutting height,
and disengage the cutting blades.
Move the lever to the right and move the lever all
the way back and lock it to disengage the blades.
The lever may be set in any one of the five cutting
height positions.
INTERLOCKS (Not Shown)
An interlock safety switch is located on the clutch
pedal and the lift and disengagement lever. The
clutch pedal must be depressed and locked.
The lift and disengagement lever must be in the
“STOP” position (all the way back) before the
engine can be started. Failure to follow these in¬
structions will prevent starting.
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Ignition
GEAR SHIFT LEVER
The gear shift lever has three positions, “FOR¬
WARD”, “NEUTRAL” and “REVERSE.” The clutch
pedal must be depressed and the riding mower
must not be moving when shifting gears. Do not
force the shift lever. Release the clutch pedal
slightly to line up the shifting collar in the
transmission. Then try to shift gears.
BRAKE
To operate the brake, depress the right pedal all
the way. To lock the brake in park position,
depress the right pedal all the way and lift the
brake lock. Pedal will stay in the depressed posi¬
tion. To release the parking brake, depress the
pedal.
Hood Release
The clutch pedal is located on the left side. When pggoji start
depressed, it disengages the engine from the „
transmission. It can be held in the disengaged Brake Lock
position by lifting the clutch lock. To stop the
Brake Pedal
FIGURE 8. CLUTCH PEDAL LOCK
Lift Disengagement
Lever
/
Gear Shift Lever
Steering Wheel
FIGURE 7. BRAKE PEDAL LOCK
CLUTCH PEDAL
Jhrottle Control
Clutch Lock
X,^CIutch
il
mower, depress the clutch and brake pedals. See
figure 8.
FIGURE 9. CONTROLS
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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
1. KEEP ALL SHIELDS & GUARDS IN PLACE
2. BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR’S POSITION:
SHIFT CONTROLS INTO NEUTRAL
SET PARKING BRAKE
DISENGAGE ATTACHMENT DRIVE
SHUT ENGINE OFF
REMOVE IGNITION KEY
3. WAIT FOR ALL MOVEMENT TO STOP BEFORE
SERVICING MACHINE
4. KEEP PEOPLE & PETS A SAFE DISTANCE
AWAY FROM MACHINE
CAUTION
DO NOT OPERATE
MOWER UNLESS
GUARD OR ENTIRE
GRASS CATCHER IS
IN ITS PROPER PLACE.
CAUTION
Parking brake must be disengaged
before unit is put into motion.
Unit is equipped with separate
brake and clutch pedals. To effi¬
ciently stop, is necessary to dis¬
engage the clutch when applying
the brakes.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Be sure the crankcase is filled with oil as
recommended in the engine manual and put
regular gasoline in the gasoline tank.
2. Attach the wire to the spark plug.
3. Depress the clutch pedal and lock it down.
4. Move the lift and disengagement lever back to
the disengaged position and lock it.
5. Set the throttle control lever in the “CHOKE”
position.
6. T urn the ignition key to the “ON” position.
Twist the recoil starter handle until it is free
and pull it with a quick steady motion. After
the engine starts, return the recoil starter han¬
dle. Twist it until it locks. See figures 10 and
11 .
NOTE
If these instructions are not fol¬
lowed, the engine will stop running
when the clutch or blades are en¬
gaged.
Recoil Handle
Bosition
FIGURE 10. RECOIL HANDLE
FIGURE 11. RECOIL HANDLE
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Slowly return the throttle to the running position
as soon as the engine starts.
7. To stop, turn the ignition key to the “OFF”
position. Remove the key when the rider is not
in use.
PUTTING THE RIDING MOWER IN MOTION
1. Advance the throttle control from % to full
throttle to prevent strain on the engine and to
operate the cutting blades.
2. Place the gear shift lever in either the “FOR¬
WARD” or “REVERSE” position.
3. Slowly release the clutch pedal.
4. To stop, depress the clutch and the brake
pedals.
5. The blades can be engaged either while mov¬
ing or while standing still. Move the lift and
disengagement lever forward slowly until the
blades are running.
FIGURE 12. THROTTLE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
^ WARNING {
If any adjustments are made to the
engine while the engine is running
(e.g. carburetor), disengage all
clutches and blades. Keep clear of
all moving parts. Be careful of heat¬
ed surfaces and muffler.
STOPPING
Engine— Turn the ignition key to the left to the
“OFF” position.
Rider— D epress the clutch and brake pedals.
Blades— P ull the lift and disengagement lever all
the way back and lock it.
MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENTS
THROTTLE CONTROL
To Check Operation:
1. R emove air cleaner.
2. M o ve throttle control lever to “CHOKE” posi¬
tion. The carburetor choke should be closed.
3. M o ve throttle control lever to “STOP” position.
Lever should make good contact with stop
switch.
To Adjust: See figure 12.
Place remote control lever on equipment in
“FAST” (high speed) position.
Lever 0 on carburetor should be just touching
choke arm at D. To adjust, ioosen casing clamp
screw A on blower housing. Move control casing
B forward or backward until correct position is ob¬
tained. Tighten screw A.
Recheck operation of controls after adjustment.
Replace air cleaner.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS See figure 13.
Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to
compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,
altitude and load.
Initial Adjustment:
Turn needle valve clockwise to close it. Then open
2 turns. This initial adjustment will permit the
engine to be started and warmed up before mak¬
ing final adjustment.
Final Adjustment:
With engine running at normal operating speed
(approximately 3000 RPM without load), turn nee¬
dle valve clockwise until engine starts to lose
speed (lean mixture). Then slowly turn needle
valve counterclockwise past the point of smooth¬
est operation, until engine just begins to run
unevenly. This mixture will give best performance
under load.
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To check adjustment, move engine control from
“SLOW” to “FAST” speed. If engine tends to stall
or die out, it usually indicates that the mixture is
slightly lean and it may be necessary to open the
needle valve slightly to provide a richer mixture.
This richer mixture may cause a slight uneven¬
ness in idling.
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT See figure 14.
After the first five hours of operation the initial
slack should be removed from the chain. The
chain should be tight enough so that it deflects
approximately V 2 " when it is depressed with the
thumb.
To Adjust:
The adjusting bolt is located under the frame,
above the cutting deck on the right side of the
mower.
Turn the adjusting bolt clockwise with an open
end wrench until the chain reaches the proper ten¬
sion.
If the transmission mounting plate
will not slide forward to adjust the
chain tension, it may be necessary
to loosen the four nuts mounting
the transmission to the frame.
FIGURE 14. CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
Deck was removed for photograph¬
ing.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENTS See figure 15.
The brake is located by the right rear wheel inside
the frame.
To adjust the brake, tighten the lock nut one-half
turn and then test the brake.
FIGURE 15. BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
NOTE
Deck was removed for photograph¬
ing.
BLADES
^ WARNING ^
Disconnect the spark plug wire and
remove the ignition key before re¬
moving the blades.
Sharp and balanced blades are essential for effi¬
cient mowing and long mower and engine life.
When sharpening blades, file equal amounts of
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metal from each side. The blades should be
balanced before they are reinstalled. An unbalanc¬
ed blade will cause excessive vibration and undue
wear on the mower and the engine. When
reassembling, all parts must be installed in the
proper order and fastened securely.
Remove the 3/8" bolt and lock washer. Pull the
blade and adapter off the mower deck. To remove
the adapter from the blade, remove the two 5/16"
bolts, lock washers and nuts. See figure 16.
MOWER DECK
The underside of the mower deck should be clean¬
ed after each period of use as grass clippings,
leaves, dirt and other matter will accumulate. This
accumulation of grass clippings, etc., is
undesirable as it will invite rust and corrosion and
may cause an uneven discharge of grass clippings
at the next mowing.
The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower on
its front wheels until the frame and the steering
wheel supports the entire unit. Scrape clean with
a suitable tool or by washing with a stream of
water from a garden hose. Be sure to disconnect
the spark plug wire and ground it while performing
this maintenance.
To insure safe operation, ALL nuts
and bolts must be checked period¬
ically for correct tightness.
PREPARING FOR BELT
REMOVAL
1. To prevent gasoline from leaking from the
engine, remove the fuel tank cap. Place a
piece of thin plastic over the neck of the fuel
tank and screw on the cap.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine.
BELT REMOVAL See figures 17 through 21.
To Remove the Deck Belt
Step 1. Put the lift and disengagement lever into
the ENGAGED position.
Step 2. Remove two belt keepers at the engine
pulley. See figure 17.
Belt ■
Keepers ^
FIGURE 17. REMOVAL OF BELT KEEPERS
Step 3. Remove two belt keepers at the deck
pulley and shoulder bolt. See figures 18
and 19.
Step 4. DISENGAGE the deck and unhook the
belt from the engine pulley.
Step 5. ENGAGE the deck and remove the belt.
To Remove the Drive Belt:
Step 1. Remove the two belt keepers at the
engine pulley. DISENGAGE tbe deck and
remove the belt.
Step 2. ENGAGE the deck and unhook the deck
springs.
CAUTION
Deck will drop when last bolt is re¬
moved in step 3.
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NOTE
FIGURE 18. REMOVAL OF DECK BELT KEEPERS
FIGURE 19. SHOULDER BOLT REMOVAL
Step 3. Remove six hex screws, nuts and lock
washers holding the deck. See figure 20.
Step 4. Remove the belt guard at the engine
puliey. See figure 21.
Step 5. Remove the nut and lock washers at the
idler pulley. See figure 21.
Step 6. Remove the hex nut and lock washer at
the transmission puliey. Remove and
repiace the belt.
When reassembling the transmis¬
sion puiley, place hub side up.
FIGURE 20. DECK REMOVAL
H^x'Nut and Lockwa
af Transmission Pul
FIGURE 21. ENGINE BELT GUARD REMOVAL
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LUBRICATION see figure 22 .
1. Engine. Maintain the engine oii according to
the engine manuai.
2. Bearings. The foiiowing bearings are oil im¬
pregnated and do not require lubrication.
However, their normal life can be extended by
lubricating them once a season with a light,
non-detergent oil.
a. King Pin Bearings (total 4 bearings)
b. Rear Axle Bearings (total 3 bearings)
c. Front Wheel Bearings (total 4 bearings)
3. Throttle Control and Cable. Wipe oiled rag
along entire length of cable.
4. Chain. Wipe oiled rag along entire length of
chain.
NOTE
Under extremely dusty conditions
do not oil the chain.
5. Linkage. Oil all deck linkage and height ad¬
justment linkage.
6. Transmission. Lubricated at the factory, does
not require checking. Lubricate with 4 oz.
of Lubriplate No. 310 if disassembled.
7. Differential. Lubricated at the factory, does
not require checking. Lubricate with 2 oz. of
grease High Temp. 450° F. if disassembled. If
ordered from the factory use Part No.
737-0120.
8. Steering. Lubricate at least once a season
with oil.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
HII^note
Engines to be stored over 30 days
should be completely drained of
fuel to prevent gum deposits form¬
ing on essential carburetor parts,
fuel filters, fuel lines and tank.
1. Remove all fuel from fuel tank. Run the engine
until it stops from lack of fuel. The small
amount of fuel that remains in the sump of the
tank should then be removed by absorbing it
with a clean, dry cloth.
2. While engine is still warm, drain oil from
crankcase. Refill with fresh oil.
3. Remove spark plug, pour 1 ounce of SAE 30 oil
into cylinder and crank slowly to distribute oil.
To prevent accidental starting, DO NOT
replace the spark plug.
4. Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder
head fins and blower housing.
5. Clean all grass from under side of deck.
6. Clean the air filter.
7. Place blocks under frame of mower so that
the wheels are off the ground.
8. Cover all bare metal parts, such as the mow¬
ing edge of the blades, with grease to prevent
rusting.
FIGURE 22. LUBRICATION POINTS
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9. C over the mower with a tarpaulin or other pro¬
tective covering.

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART FOR RECOIL START MODELS
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY REMEDY.
, TROUBLE
LOOK FOR
REMEDY
Engine will not
start when re¬
coil handle is
Clutch and blade
not disengaged.
Clutch pedal must be depressed and blade must be shut off.
pulled.
Ignition key not
in the ON position.
Turn on the ignition key.
Throttle not in the
starting position.
Check owner s guide for correct position for throttle control for starting.
No spark to spark plug.
Spark plug lead disconnected. Connect lead.
Hold spark plug lead away from engine block about 1/8". Crank engine. There should be a
spark. If not, have the engine repaired at authorized engine service dealer.
Faulty spark plug. To test, remove spark plug. Attach spark plug lead to spark plug. Ground
spark plug body against the engine block. Crank the engine. The spark plug should fire at the
electrode. Replace if it does not.
No fuel to the carbure¬
tor.
Gasoline tank empty. Fill.
Fuel valve shut off. Open valve. Valve is located either at the bottom of the fuel tank or on the
carburetor.
Fuel line is plugged. Remove and clean.
Air filter dirty.
If the air cleaner is dirty, the engine may not start. Clean or replace as recommended by the en¬
gine manufacturer.
i.
Mechanical failure
(wires or switch).
The interlock system includes two mechanical activated switches which are wired in parallel. If
the buttons on both switches are not depressed at least 1/8", the magneto will be grounded
and the engine will not start. While testing the interlock system, you will make the mower
temporarily unsafe by permitting the engine to be started with the blade and clutch engaged
WARNING: While testing, disengage the clutch, shut off the blade control, set the parking
brake and place the gear shift lever in neutral. Disconnect the yellow wire where it attaches to
the primary wire from the breaker assembly on the engine. Try to start the engine. If the engine
does not start, the problem is in the engine (e.g. no fuel or no ignition). If the engine does start
the problem is in the safety system. Check the following: 1. The interlock wire may be ground¬
ed by being pinched or rubbing through the insulation. Tape or replace the wire. 2. The bolt on
the flat spring behind the recoil starter where the yellow wire attaches must be insulated from
the spring. Use a continuity tester. If it is not insulated, remove the bolt and nut, and replace
the two fiber washers and reassemble.
Engine stops
when the mow¬
er blade is en¬
gaged or the
clutch is re¬
leased.
Recoil handle is not
in proper position.
After the engine starts, the recoil starter handle must be pushed into the dashboard and turned
a quarter turn either direction to lock it in place.
Engine
smokes.
Engine loses crankcase
vacuum.
Dipstick not seated or broken. Replace defective part.
Engine breather defective. Replace.
Excessive
vibration
Bent or damaged blade
spindle
stop engine immediately. Check all pulleys, blade spindles, blade adapters, keys and bolts for
tightness or damage.
Tighten or replace any damaged parts.
Bent blade.
Stop engine immediately. Replace damaged blade. Only use original equipment blades.
Mower will
not discharge
grass or leaves
uncut strips.
Engine speed too low.
Throttle must be set between 3/4 and full throttle.
Transmission selection.
Use lower transmission gear. The slower your ground speed, the better the quality of cut
Blades short or dull.
Sharpen or replace blades (uncut strip problem only).
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SCHEMATIC FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PARTS
LIST FOR SCHEMATIC
REF.
NO.
PART
NO.
COLOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
NEW
PART
1
725-0269
Safety Switch Norm Close-
Red
2
725-0464
Magneto Ignition Swtich
w/Nut
3
725-0407
Wire Harness
4
712-0121
Hex Nut #10-24
5
710-0425
Truss Mach. Scr. #10-24 x .62
6
736-0338
Fiber Washer
7
732-0257
Switch Spring
8
736-0225
Internal L-Wash. 5/8 I.D.
9
725-0201
Ignition Key
*For faster service obtain standard nuts, bolts and washers
locally. If these items cannot be obtained locally, order by
part number and size as shown on parts list.
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PART
NO.
COLOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
NEW
PART
REF.
NO.
PART
NO.
COLOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
NEW
PART
1 716-0104
E-Ring for .500" Dia. Shaft
14 741-0862
Detent Ball
2
748-0852
Sprocket—-8 Tooth
15
732-0863
Detent Spring
3 714-0129
#4 Hi-Pro Key 3/32 x 5/8"
16
736-0116
FI-Wash. .635 I.D. x .93 C.D.
Dia.
17
716-0106
E-Ring for .625" Dia. Shaft
4 711-0854
Output Shaft
18
716-0865
Snap Ring for .500" Dia.
5 714-0126
#9 Hi-Pro Key 3/16 x 3/4"
Shaft
Dia.
19
748-0866
Pinion Gear
6
717-0123
Trans. Case—L.H. Comp.
20 748-0867
Bearing .627 I.D.
7
748-0855
Fiange Bearing
21
738-0159
Pinion Shaft
8 712-0117
Hex Centerlock 1/4-28*
22
736-0192
FI-Wash. .531 I.D. x .93 C.D.
9
748-0856
Bevel Gear
23
736-0921
Spring L-Wash. Vz" Scr.*
10
748-0857 Clutch Collar
24
712-0922
Hex Jam Nut 1/2-20 Thd.*
11
08583
Shift Yoke Assembly
737-0120
Grease—High Temp. 450° F.
.12 717-0124
Trans. Case—R.H.—Comp.
(5 oz.)
(With Detent Hole)
717-0223
Transmission Complete
J3
710-0195
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. i/4-28 x
L_
.62" Lg.*
'For faster service obtain standard nuts, boits and washers locally. If these items cannot be obtained iocaiiy, order by part
number and size as shown on parts list.
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MODEL

PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 130-400A RIDING MOWER
Iref.
■ ^'NO.
PART
NO.
COLOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
NEW
PART
REF.
NO.
PART
NO.
COLOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
NEW
PART
1
757-0265
Seat Comp.
21
746-0239
Throttle Control—R.H.
2
12131
—456
Cover Ass’y.
22
12150
—456
Index and Support Brkt.
3
11263
Plastic Handle
23
12125 —452
Main Frame
4
710-0425
Truss Mach. Scr. #10-24 24
710-0198
Hex Sems Scr. 5/16-18 x
.62" Lg.*
.75" Lg.*
5
736-0338
Fiber Washer
12142
Deck Lift Handle Ass’y-
6
712-0121
Hex Nut #10-24 Thd.
26 720-0143
Grip
7
11053
Switch Brkt. Ass’y-
27
712-0158
Hex Cent. L-Nut 5/16-18 Thd.
8
712-0344
Speed Nut #10Z
28 723-0241
Foot Pad
9
732-0257
Switch Spring
29
736-0119
L-Wash. 5/16" Scr.*
10
710-0351
Truss Mach. B-Tapp. Scr. #10 30 712-0267
Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.
X .50" Lg.*
31
732-0118
Extension Spring
11
712-0429
Hex Ins. L-Nut 5/16-18 Thd. 32
710-0289
Hex Scr. 1/4-20 x .50" Lg.*
12
12144
Latch —Engine Cover 33
738-0155
Shid. Scr. .437 Dia. x .162
13
725-0201
Ignition Key
34
736-0225
Internal L-Wash. 5/8 I.D.
14
725-0464
Ignition Switch
35
726-0141
Adjustment Clamp
15
723-0241
Foot Pad
36 731-0262
Cover—Steering Column
16
710-0456
Hex Drilling Scr. #10 x .50" 37
710-0473
Truss Mach. Scr. #10-24 x
Lg.*
.50" Lg.*
17
12175
—452
Cover Plate
38 13912
Support Brkt.
18
710-0227
Hex Wash. Hd. AB Tapp. 39
712-0287
Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd.*
Scr. #8 X .50" Lg.
40
736-0329
L-Wash. 1/4" Scr.*
19
710-0456
Hex Drilling Scr. 41
712-0147
Speed Nut #10-24 Thd.
#10 X .50" Lg.*
42
710-0252
Hex Scr. i/4-20 x .75" Lg.*
20
12128
—456 Floor Pan
WHEEL CHART
FRONT WHEEL REAR WHEEL
734-0510
Wheel Ass’y.—Comp. 734-0522
Wheel Ass’y.—Comp.
10152
Rim with Hub Ass’y. 734-0517
Rim with Hub Ass’y.
748-0146 Bearing
734-0301
Tire Only 12.2 x 3.7
Hub Part of Rim
734-0255
Hub Part of Rim
Air Valve
‘For faster service obtain standard nuts, bolts and washers (456—Radiant Tangerine)
iocaiiy. If these items cannot be obtained locally, order by
part number and size as shown on parts iist. When ordering parts, if color or finish is important use the
appropriate coior code shown above, (e.g. Radiant Tangerine
Finish—12131 (456).)
NOTE
This instruction manual covers various
modeis and all specifications shown do not
necessarily apply to your model. Specifica¬
tions subject to change without notice or
obiigation.
NOTE: The engine is not under warranty by
the mower manufacturer... If repairs or
service is needed on the engine, please
contact your nearest author¬
ized engine service outlet.
Check the “Yellow Pages” of
your telephone book under
“Engines—Gasoline.”
Find It Fast
In The
Yellow Pages
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69 95
NOTE: If for any reason Disc
Brake is disassembled, be
sure round end of push pins
(Ref. No. 88) is toward the
cam lever (Ref. No. 86).